5-Star Costa Rica
At a Glance
Our 5-Star Costa Rica is an exclusive, luxury vacation package is designed for the discerning traveler who wants to experience the very best that Costa Rica has to offer. Start your vacation at the base of the towering Arenal Volcano as you indulge at the award winning Nayara Springs, rated the #1 Luxury Hotel in the World on Trip Advisor. After three nights exploring the rainforest and hot springs end your vacation on the sunny Pacific Coast at the new Andaz Papagayo, located on the elite Peninsula Papagayo. Enjoy private guided tours, private fishing charters, Costa Rica’s best 18-hole golf course, and VIP treatment at Costa Rica’s best 5-star hotels.
Destinations: Arenal Volcano & Gulf of Papagayo, Costa Rica
Duration: 8 days
Package Details
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Day One
Fly into Liberia, Costa Rica where we will meet you and take you to your waiting
private van. Our bilingual driver will take you inland to the small town of La Fortuna where the main attraction is the 5,358 ft tall Arenal Volcano. Here you’ll stay at the award winning Nayara Springs, which is adults-only and features just 35 private villas. Each of the villas features a private plunge pool fed by thermal hot springs, king bed, private garden with dual head outdoor rain showers, large bathroom with indoor shower, A/C, cable TV with DVD/CD player, i-Home audio system, safe, complimentary minibar (except wine/liquor), Wi-Fi, and coffee maker. Rated the #1 Hotel in Central & South America by Conde Naste and the #2 hotel in the entire world by Travel & Leisure, Nayara Springs is sure to wow even the most seasoned of luxury vacationers. -
Day Two
This day is yours to pick your own adventure. The Arenal Volcano area is known as the ‘adventure sports capital’ of Costa Rica so high-adrenaline tours like zip-lining, white water rafting, ATVs, waterfall rappelling, mountain biking and even waterfall jumping are all popular in this area. If you prefer a slower pace the area also offers great nature tours like the famous hanging bridges, calm river safari floats, bird watching and a hike to the picturesque La Fortuna Waterfall. Any and all of these tours can be customized to have your own private guide if you prefer to avoid group tours.
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Day Three
Let’s go fishing! Today you’ll venture onto Costa Rica’s largest lake, Lake Arenal. Created in 1979 to create hydroelectric power for the country, Lake Arenal now covers 33 sq miles and offers endless habitat for tilapia, machaca, and the prized rainbow bass – or guapote as it’s known locally. You’ll fish with our top local guide, who also happens to be a trained naturalist guide, as you enjoy a full day fishing the pristine waters of Lake Arenal with unbeatable views of the volcano and sounds of howler monkeys in the surrounding rainforest. After a day of fishing come back to the Nayara Springs and enjoy their #1 rated spa.
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Day Four
This morning we will pick you up and take you out to the Pacific Coast so you can end your vacation relaxing on the beach. If you prefer a private ground shuttle we can stop at the picturesque Llanos de Cortez Waterfall along the way, or if you prefer the ultimate VIP experience we can also bring you out to the beach in a helicopter or private charter flight. The last four nights of your vacation will be spent at the new Andaz Papagayo, which showcases Costa Rica’s natural beauty while offering guests innovative, ultra-luxury amenities and first class service. There are 153 vibrant and stylish rooms, each decorated with woven textiles, local woods and carved artifacts, and floor-to-ceiling windows with natural light highlighting Costa Rican aesthetics. Every room comes with the finest amenities including complimentary mini-bar with snacks and nonalcoholic beverages, Wi-Fi, walk-in shower, 24-hour room service (high season), cable TV, A/C, ceiling fans, safe, and spacious balcony with forest and/or ocean views. Upgraded Suites are larger with more living and dining space, larger balconies, bath tubs, and some feature private plunge pools.
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Day Five
Let’s go fishing! Head out for a full day of sport fishing along Costa Rica’s northwest Pacific Coast. Our fleet of boats ranges from 26’ center consoles to 42’ tournament style yachts with AC, so depending on your group size and preference we’ll hand pick the perfect boat for you. Spend this day fishing offshore for blue and black marlin, Pacific sailfish, yellow-fin tuna, wahoo, and of course mahi mahi. The world record mahi, dorado as it’s known locally, was caught in these very same waters back in 1976 so there are some monsters out there!
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Day Six
Free day! This day is yours to sleep in, relax, and do as you please. You can enjoy a day at their 11,000 sq ft spa, play a round of golf at the Arnold Palmer-designed course, or just relax at the beach and sip cocktails in the adults-only pool at Andaz. The Ocean Course at Peninsula Papagayo is Costa Rica’s best 18-hole golf course and has been ranked in the top 25 Courses of Mexico & Caribbean by Golfweek and one of the “World’s Top 100 Courses Outside the USA” by Golf Digest.
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Day Seven
Last day of fishing! This is your last day of fishing in Costa Rica so you can choose to head offshore for more billfish, tuna and dorado or try something different and go inshore fishing for snapper, grouper, jacks, and the prized roosterfish.
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Day Eight
You will wake up early, eat breakfast, and then be taken back to the LIR Airport in a private air conditioned shuttle for your flight home.
Itinerary Highlights
- Stay at the award winning Nayara Springs for your first three nights
- 35 private villas, each with their own thermal hot spring plunge pool
- #1 Spa in the World by Conde Nast Traveler
- #1 Hotel in Central & South America by Conde Nast Traveler
- #1 Luxury Hotel in the World by TripAdvisor
- #2 Hotel in the World by Travel+Leisure
- Enjoy a day of fishing for rainbow bass on Lake Arenal
- Pick your own adventure or nature tour while at Arenal
- Spend your last four nights at the beach at the new Andaz Papagayo
- Resort features two pools, huge spa, 24-hr gym, yoga,and three restaurants
- Play a round of 18 at the Arnold Palmer-designed course
- Fish two full days offshore or inshore on a luxury private charter
- Transfer by private air conditioned van, helicopter, or private charter flight
Blue Marlin
Wahoo
Jacks
Sailfish
Roosterfish
Mackerel
Dorado
Grouper
Amberjack
Yellowfin Tuna
Snapper
Why Fish With CAF?
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All fishing vacations booked with Central America Fishing include the following:
- Free Vacation Planning (no fees + direct rates)
- VIP Airport Meet & Greet upon arrival into SJO
- Private, air-conditioned transfers with English speaking driver.
- Luxury, private accommodations hand-picked and customized for your group. Choose between private condos & villas, luxury beach resorts, exclusive boutique hotels, and fishing lodges.
- Private fishing charters
- All eco / adventure tours you’d like to include
- All Costa Rican taxes
- Free quotes on travel insurance
- Pre-arrival assistance with dinner reservations, tee times, pre-stocking your condo or villa, hiring a private chef, and special requests.
- 24/7 support once you are here in country
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